PM Modi, HM Amit Shah wish Union Minister Giriraj Singh on birthday
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 8 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday extended birthday wishes to Union Textiles Minister Giriraj Singh, praising his initiatives to strengthen the sector and empower weavers and artisans. Best wishes to Union Minister Shri Giriraj Singh Ji on his birthday. He is undertaking several initiatives aimed at strengthening the textiles sector, which is so closely linked with Indian heritage and is vital to fulfilling our vision of self-reliance. Praying for his long and healthy life, PM Modi said in a post on X. Union Home Minister Amit Shah also extended his greetings to Singh and lauded his efforts to promote the textile industry and make weavers and artisans self-reliant. Heartfelt birthday wishes to Union Minister Shri Giriraj Singh ji. Under the leadership of Modi ji, you are doing commendable work in promoting the textile industry and making weavers and artisans self-reliant. I pray to God for your healthy and long life, he said. Union Minister Piyush Goyal also wished Singh on his birthday, highlighting his contribution to the development of the textile and handloom sectors. Heartfelt birthday wishes to my colleague in the Union Cabinet, Giriraj Singh ji. Your continuous efforts towards the development of the textile and handloom sector and the empowerment of our weavers and artisans are commendable. I pray to God for your good health and long life, he said. Union Minister Kiren Rijiju also conveyed his greetings to Singh. Heartfelt birthday wishes to the Honorable Union Minister of Textiles, Shri Giriraj Singh ji. I pray to God for your excellent health and long life, Rijiju said. Born on September 8, 1952, in Barahiya town of Bihar's Lakhisarai district, Singh graduated from Magadh University in 1971. He served as a member of the Bihar Legislative Council from 2002 to May 2014. Singh served as Bihar's Cooperative Minister from 2005 to 2010 and Animal Husbandry Minister from 2010 to 2013. He later entered the Lok Sabha from Nawada in the 2014 general election. In the 2019 Lok Sabha elections, Singh won from Begusarai, defeating CPI candidate Kanhaiya Kumar. He subsequently served as Union Minister for Animal Husbandry, Dairying, and Fisheries. Following the July 2021 Cabinet reshuffle, Singh was appointed Minister of Rural Development and Minister of Panchayati Raj. In the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, Singh retained the Begusarai seat for a second consecutive term, defeating Awadhesh Kumar Rai by 81,480 votes. He took charge as Union Minister of Textiles on June 11, 2024.
Delhi-NCR to see light rain, partly cloudy skies as humidity stays high
The southwest monsoon remains active over several parts of the country. The IMD has forecast heavy rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms and lightning in Uttar Pradesh, Bihar and other regions on Tuesday
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Delhi-NCR to see partly cloudy skies, light rain; humidity to remain high
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 8 (IANS) The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast generally cloudy weather with light rain or drizzle in Delhi on Tuesday. The national capital is likely to witness partly cloudy skies on September 9 and 10, while another spell of light rain may occur from September 11. Humidity is expected to remain relatively high during the period. The weather department has not issued any warning for Delhi for the coming days. In Noida, partly cloudy conditions are likely to prevail from September 8 to 13. Maximum temperatures are expected to remain between 34 and 35 degrees Celsius, while the minimum temperature is likely to stay around 26 degrees Celsius. Humidity levels could rise as high as 90 per cent. No weather warning has been issued for the city. Gurugram is also likely to experience partly cloudy weather from September 8 to 12, with maximum temperatures ranging from 31 to 33 degrees Celsius. On September 13, the maximum temperature is expected to be around 32 degrees Celsius, with one or two spells of rain or thundershowers possible. Humidity may reach 90 per cent, though no weather warning has been issued. Meanwhile, the southwest monsoon remains active over several parts of the country. The IMD has forecast heavy rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms and lightning in Uttar Pradesh, Bihar and other regions on Tuesday. The IMD has warned of heavy rain and thunderstorms across 17 states and Union Territories, including Bihar, Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, Chhattisgarh, Jammu and Kashmir, Uttarakhand, Rajasthan, Punjab, Himachal Pradesh, Jharkhand, Odisha, West Bengal, Madhya Pradesh and Gujarat. Wind speeds could reach 65-70 kmph in some areas. The weather department has forecast heavy rainfall in Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh, Delhi and western Uttar Pradesh until September 13. Uttar Pradesh may receive rain between September 9 and 13, while Rajasthan could witness rainfall on September 12 and 13. Uttarakhand is likely to continue experiencing monsoon activity, while Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh may receive rain during September 8-13.
School Education Takes A Hit In Bihar Floods
Floods have forced hundreds of government schools across Bihar to shut, disrupting studies for thousands of students.
Ganderbal, Sep 7: Central University of Kashmir (CUKashmir) on Monday started its LEAD Lecture Series with the first Luminary Lecture on Geopolitics and International Relations, delivered by Lt General (Retd) Syed Ata Hasnain, Governor of Bihar and Chancellor, CUKashmir, at Tulmulla Campus. Addressing the gathering, Lt Gen Hasnain lauded the Universitys achievements and appreciated its lecture initiatives stating that the Universitys presence had added vibrancy to Ganderbal and was contributing to its economic development. Reflecting on Ganderbals strategic significance, Lt Gen Hasnain observed that the district occupies an important position in Jammu and Kashmir, particularly as a vital axis towards Ladakh. He noted that the Srinagar-Leh axis had played a crucial role during the Kargil conflict and remained strategically important, with the Zojila Tunnel further strengthening connectivity. He said the expansion of businesses, showrooms and cafeterias indicated economic progress. Emphasising the transformative power of knowledge, Lt Gen Hasnain said the universitys contribution to society extended far beyond conventional teaching and learning. Deliberating upon Bihars intellectual heritage, he said that knowledge had historically travelled from ancient centres such as Pataliputra and Nalanda across India and beyond, and said CUKashmir was bringing knowledge and new possibilities to Ganderbal. He called upon students to develop into scholar warriors by cultivating multidisciplinary knowledge and intellectual curiosity. In todays world, knowledge is everything, he said, stressing that students should acquire familiarity with political science, history, geography and economics alongside their core disciplines. Lt Gen Hasnain highlighted dialogue, debate and accepting differing viewpoints. He said the younger generation was questioning established ideas and educators should encourage students to examine assumptions, seek evidence and recognise when they were wrong. The ability to discuss differences and arrive at compromise, he maintained, was essential for managing conflict and building a harmonious society. Dwelling on Jammu and Kashmirs changing environment, he said the return of peace had created an opportunity for youth to reclaim lost time and realise their potential. He urged students to develop skills, nurture positive ideas and use available opportunities. Lt Gen Hasnain called for greater academic focus on disaster management, particularly in disaster-prone Jammu and Kashmir. Referring to earthquakes, floods, climate-related hazards, glacier-related risks and debris flows, in the context of recent tragedy in Nepal, he said universities had an important role in awareness, research and preparing communities to respond effectively. He suggested that disaster management should be pursued regularly as an academic and research area. On Indias global position, Lt Gen Hasnain said the country was making significant economic progress and enhancing its standing internationally. He emphasised geo-economics alongside geopolitics and said Indias diversity and ability to function cohesively constituted a major strength. He also underscored academic exchange, welcoming students from different parts of India to CUKashmir and encouraging students from Kashmir to pursue learning opportunities elsewhere. Welcoming the gathering, Vice-Chancellor Prof. A. Ravinder Nath said the University was privileged to host Lt Gen Hasnain and described his presence as a source of motivation and inspiration. He said CUKashmir was expanding its academic and infrastructural footprint and was committed to create a campus that would emerge among the best in the country. He informed that CUKashmir currently has 21 departments and nine schools, with four additional departments and two more schools proposed for the next academic year. He said the University had introduced more than seven new programmes during the last three years across general, professional, technical, vocational and emerging domains. Prof. A Ravinder Nath highlighted CUKashmirs growing diversity, noting that students from several States constituted nearly 20 percent of enrolment, while faculty members represented many States. He said the University was redesigning curricula in line with NEP 2020, incorporating the Indian Knowledge System, design thinking, innovation and Sustainable Development Goals. He also announced plans for specialised centres, including a Centre for Geopolitics and International Relations, public policy and economics, and comparative religion and social sciences. In her speech, Dean International Affairs and member of the LEAD Lecture Series committee, Prof. Sandhya Tiwari, presented the framework of the initiative. She said the LEAD Lecture Series was designed to develop life-coping skills, professionalism and ethical practices, inspire innovation, promote knowledge creation and contribute to a strong nation. Aligned with UGC benchmarks, NAAC criteria and NEP 2020, the framework comprises Luminary, Expert and Distinguished Lecture Series. The Luminary component will feature transformational lectures by leaders and visionaries; the Expert series will connect students with subject experts, industry leaders and researchers; while the Distinguished series will focus on advanced discussions on research, policy and global trends. Dean Academic Affairs, and Organising Committee Chairman, Prof. Shahid Rasool, Registrar, Dr. Nisar Ahmad Mir, Deans of Schools, Heads and Coordinators of Departments, senior administrative functionaries, faculty members, research scholars and students were present. Workshop inaugurated Earlier, the CUKashmir Chancellor, inaugurated the newly established Central Workshop of the Department of Civil Engineering at the Tulmulla Campus. The state-of-the-art facility brings together specialised trade shops under one roof, providing a workspace with 58 training stations per batch. Equipped with modern facilities for carpentry, welding, woodworking and pattern making, machining, fitting and bench work, sheet-metal work, engineering testing, and electrical and electronics training, the Central Workshop is designed to provide students with valuable hands-on learning and practical exposure, Dr. Asif Hussain Shah, Coordinator, Central Workshop, said in his presentation to the dignitaries. Lt General (Retd) Syed Ata Hasnain complimented the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. A Ravinder Nath, faculty and administration for the setting up of the workshop, describing it as an impressive facility and underscoring its significance for civil engineering in a region exposed to diverse weather and climatic conditions.
Tejashwi writes to PM Modi, urges him to grant 5,000 crore for Bihar floods
He alleged that this situation is not merely the result of a natural disaster; it is also the consequence of years of persistent failure regarding response, mitigation, and adaptation strategies within disaster management.
Tripura: Two men from Bihar arrested with pistols, ammunition in Agartala
Reported by: Mrinal Banik Agartala: Tripura Police and Assam Rifles arrested two men from Bihar and recovered two 9-mm pistols and three live cartridges from their possession in the Salbagan area of Agartala, officials said on Monday. The arrests followed information received from a confidential source about two persons allegedly moving around the area with [] The post Tripura: Two men from Bihar arrested with pistols, ammunition in Agartala appeared first on NorthEast Now .
UP, Bihar set to expand bus services
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Elderly man, woman hurt after wild boar attack in Danapur diara
Bihar CM visits flood-hit Vaishali and Saran to oversee relief
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Car overturns in Samastipur, crowd loots liquor
Tejashwi Yadav urges PM Modi to declare Bihar floods a national disaster, seeks Rs 5,000 crore aid
Digital Desk | Patna, Sep 7 (IANS) As severe floods continue to affect large parts of Bihar, Leader of the Opposition Tejashwi Yadav has written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, urging the Centre to declare the situation a national disaster and provide immediate financial assistance of Rs 5,000 crore to the state. More than a dozen districts have been affected by the floods, with lakhs of people facing difficulties caused by rising river levels, damaged infrastructure and disrupted connectivity. In his letter, Yadav said the situation had affected 20 districts and caused extensive damage to life, property and public infrastructure. He said flood-affected people were struggling to access basic necessities, including food, clean drinking water, medicines, electricity, cattle fodder and safe transportation. Yadav criticised the relief and rescue measures being undertaken by the Bihar government and the NDA-led Centre, describing the assistance as inadequate considering the scale of the crisis. He also accused the Bihar government and NDA leaders from the state of failing to secure adequate central assistance and a national-disaster declaration. The RJD leader argued that Bihars recurring floods are not solely a natural disaster but also reflect years of inadequate disaster preparedness, mitigation and adaptation. He pointed out that despite floods occurring almost every year, sufficient measures for a permanent solution have not been implemented. Yadav also raised questions over the state government's financial preparedness for the crisis. He alleged that Bihar's Contingency Fund and other financial resources had been diverted towards routine government expenditure, leaving insufficient funds for flood relief. The RJD leader called for an independent review or CAG audit of the state's financial and disaster-management preparedness and the utilisation of the State Contingency Fund. In his letter, Yadav urged the Prime Minister and the Central Government to take immediate measures, including declare the devastating floods in Bihar a national disaster, provide Rs 5,000 crore in immediate financial assistance along with a special flood-relief package, deploy additional boats and other resources to flood-hit areas where road connectivity has been disrupted, deploy the Army and Air Force wherever necessary for rescue and relief operations and ensure assistance through helicopters, ensure adequate supplies of food, drinking water, medicines, animal fodder and temporary shelters, provide special financial assistance to farmers, labourers, livestock owners and affected families, and conduct an independent review or CAG audit of the state's disaster-management preparedness and the utilisation and transactions of the State Contingency Fund. Yadav also called for a comprehensive, long-term Flood Resilience Mission to address Bihars recurring flood crisis. According to him, the mission should focus on river and embankment management, drainage systems, rejuvenation of water bodies, modern flood forecasting and improved water-management policies. He also called for effective water-management cooperation and agreements with Nepal, Bangladesh and other neighbouring countries. He highlighted Bihar's geographical vulnerability to floods, claiming that around 76% of the state's land area is prone to flooding, with the vulnerable area increasing further during periods of heavy rainfall and rising river levels. Yadav said the immediate priority should be saving lives and providing relief to people affected by the floods. The people of Bihar are in distress; they require concrete relief and accountability, not politics, he said in his appeal, urging the Centre to view the situation as both a humanitarian and national responsibility. He also requested Prime Minister Modi to visit Bihar at the earliest and provide all possible humanitarian, financial and logistical assistance to the flood-affected state.
Farakka barrages all gates opened; CM says flood situation may ease in few days
Patna climbs to 16th in clean air survey
Eight Sentenced to Life Imprisonment for Murder of Bihar ASI
A Bihar court has sentenced eight individuals to life imprisonment for the murder of Assistant Sub-Inspector Santosh Kumar Singh during a village dispute. Eight Sentenced to Life Imprisonment for Murder of Bihar ASI
Woman held with liquor in train, her calm composure stuns cops
Chief secretary reviews Pitripaksha Mela preparations
Patna food lab gets NABL accreditation
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BJP to launch month-long outreach drive from Sept 17
State govt plans educational, spiritual university with Art of Living Foundation near Patna
Medical emergency delays Mumbai-Darbhanga flight by 2 hours
Man, 3-year-old daughter die in Jamui road accident
CM reviews flood relief arrangements, camp facilities in Vaishali, Saran
Bihar CM inspects flood relief camps in Hajipur and Sonpur districts
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CBI files 2nd chargesheet in RCFL case, lists 8 Anil Ambani group firms
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 7 (IANS) The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) filed a supplementary chargesheet on Monday against 17 more accused persons in the Reliance Commercial Finance Limited (RCFL) case, including three executives of the Anil Ambani-led Reliance ADA Group (Reliance Anil Dhirubhai Ambani Group), eight group companies and six bank officials. The supplementary chargesheet was filed before the Special Judge for CBI cases in Mumbai. The three Reliance ADA Group executives named in the supplementary chargesheet are Amitabh Jhunjhunwala, Group Managing Director of the Reliance ADA Group; Amit Bapna, Chief Financial Officer of Reliance Capital Limited; and Ramesh Shenoy, Company Secretary of Reliance Infrastructure Ltd. The accused have been chargesheeted for alleged offences, including criminal conspiracy, criminal misappropriation and cheating under the Indian Penal Code, along with offences under the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988. The CBI's investigation has so far alleged that Rs 6,229.54 crore borrowed by RCFL was diverted through intermediary and conduit entities to various Reliance ADA Group companies, allegedly in violation of the terms and conditions governing the borrowings. According to the agency, the alleged diversion resulted in wrongful loss to lending banks and financial institutions and corresponding wrongful gain to the accused persons and related entities. The eight companies named as accused are Reliance Power Ltd., Big Flicks Pvt. Ltd., Reliance Big Entertainment Pvt. Ltd., Reliance Communications Ltd., Kunjbihari Developers Pvt. Ltd., Reliance Venture Asset Management Pvt. Ltd., Reliance Broadcast Network Ltd. and Reliance Telecom Ltd. Six bank officials associated with Bank of Baroda, Punjab National Bank and Indian Overseas Bank have also been named in the chargesheet. The total loss caused to banks, financial institutions and other lenders is estimated at around Rs 9,280 crore, according to the agency. The case was registered following complaints received from Bank of Maharashtra and other public sector banks forming part of the consortium of lenders. The CBI had earlier filed its first chargesheet in the RCFL case on July 7, 2026, against seven accused persons. With the filing of the supplementary chargesheet, a total of 24 accused persons, including individuals and companies, have now been chargesheeted in the case. The agency said its investigation is continuing to examine the role of other accused persons. The RCFL case is part of a broader investigation involving multiple Reliance ADA Group entities. The CBI's Banking Security and Fraud Branch at Delhi has registered eight FIRs against Reliance Communications Ltd. (RCom), Reliance Home Finance Ltd. (RHFL), Reliance Commercial Finance Ltd. (RCFL), Reliance Telecom Ltd. (RTL) and other Reliance ADA Group entities. These FIRs were registered based on complaints received from various public sector banks, Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) and the Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO). The CBI had previously filed five chargesheets in the Reliance ADA Group cases. The latest supplementary chargesheet is the sixth chargesheet filed across these cases. The investigative agency has so far arrested seven accused persons in the Reliance ADA Group cases. The investigation into the cases is being monitored by the Supreme Court.
Munger court sentences eight to life for murder of Bihar ASI during village clash
Digital Desk | Patna, Sep 7 (IANS) A court in Bihar's Munger district on Monday sentenced eight people, including three women, to rigorous life imprisonment for the murder of Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI) Santosh Kumar Singh, who was fatally attacked while attempting to defuse a village dispute during Holi celebrations in March 2025. District and Additional Sessions Judge (IV) Kumari Manisha also imposed a fine of Rs 25,000 on each convict. In case of non-payment, each convict will have to undergo an additional six months in prison. All eight convicts have been sent to jail. Public Prosecutor (PP) Sanjay Kumar Singh said the court convicted the accused under Sections 103(1), 117(2) and 118(2) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), along with other relevant provisions. The sentences will run concurrently. The incident took place in March 2025 in Nandlalpur village under Muffassil police station limits. On the day of Holi, a dispute involving a local resident, Pradeep Kumar, was reported in the village. After receiving information, ASI Santosh Kumar Singh reached the spot with a Dial 112 police team and helped pacify the situation. Later that evening, at around 7.30 p.m., he returned to the village while on patrol and again intervened after noticing another altercation. According to the prosecution, when the ASI went to the house of a person identified as Ranveer to mediate, the accused attacked him with batons, iron rods, and a sharp-edged weapon, leaving him critically injured. Santosh Kumar Singh was initially taken to a local hospital following the attack. Considering the seriousness of his condition, he was referred to Paras Hospital in Patna, where he died during treatment. An FIR was registered at Muffassil police station on the basis of the statement of Constable Deepak Kumar, who was present at the scene. The case was taken up for a speedy trial, with the prosecution examining 12 witnesses during approximately one-and-a-half years of hearings. Public Prosecutor Sanjay Kumar Singh represented the prosecution. After hearing arguments from both sides and examining the evidence, the court convicted all eight accused under the relevant provisions of the BNS and other applicable sections. The convicts sentenced to rigorous life imprisonment are Ranveer Kumar, Ranjeet Kumar, Raju Kumar, Guddu Kumar, Vikas Kumar, Rekha Devi, Sarita Devi and Mausam Kumari. Following the hearing on the quantum of sentence, the court awarded rigorous life imprisonment to all eight convicts and imposed the prescribed fine, the Public Prosecutor said.
Scientifically strengthened embankments remain safe, says WRD minister
Energy secretary inspects flood-hit areas in Buxar
Flood situation remains grim in Bihar; CM Samrat Choudhary inspects relief camps
Bihar Opposition Leader Tejashwi Yadav urges Prime Minister to declare the flood a national disaster and provide 5,000 crore immediate assistance; officials say water levels in rivers have started going down in some places, even though they remain above danger level in other parts
Weather Tomorrow September 8: On Tuesday, a new weather alert has been issued by the Meteorological Department. Several regions across the country can expect heavy rain and thunderstorms. While Delhi experiences partly cloudy skies, Haryana will feel the heat. In contrast, Bihar and Odisha are set for cloudy weather with showers and possible thunderstorms. Isolated rain is anticipated in hilly areas like Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand.
Why Bihar govt is advising citizens not to fish in Nepal floodwaters
Why Bihar govt is advising citizens not to fish in Nepal floodwaters
NMC Approves Two New Medical Colleges in Bihar, 50 MBBS Seats Each for 2026-27
The National Medical Commission (NMC) has approved the establishment of two new medical colleges in Bihar, providing a significant boost to medical education and healthcare infrastructure in the state. Government Medical College, Chhapra (Saran) and Shri Ram Janki Medical College and
BCECE Admission 2026 Mop-up Allotment Result Out - Download Seat Allotment @ bceceboard.bihar.gov.in
BCECE Admission 2026 Mop-up Allotment Result has been released by the Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB) on its official website bceceboard.bihar.gov.in. Check BCECE 2026 exam dates, counselling schedule, eligibility, application fee, and direct links to download the Mop-up round seat allotment and opening/closing rank PDFs.
BCECE 2026 Mop-up Allotment Result Released: Key Details and How to Download
The Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB) has officially released the Mop-up Allotment Result for the BCECE 2026. This result is crucial for candidates seeking admission in various streams including Engineering, Medical, Pharmacy, and Agriculture. The application process was open from April 15 to May 13, 2026, with the examination conducted on May 30-31, 2026. In this article, you will find essential details such as key dates, application fees, and a step-by-step guide on how to download the allotment result. Stay informed and ensure you follow the necessary steps to secure your admission.
BPSSC Company Commander Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 65 Gulma Samadesta Posts
Bihar Police Subordinate Services Commission (BPSSC) has announced the Recruitment 2026 notification for 65 Company Commander posts. The online application process will be conducted from [10-09-2026, and closes on 10-10-2026. Eligible candidates can apply through the official website, bpssc.bihar.gov.in.
CSBC Driver Constable Revised Exam Date 2026 - Check New HMV Driving Test @ csbc.bihar.gov.in
CSBC Driver Constable Revised Exam Date 2026 HMV driving skill test rescheduled to September 14. Check new date, reporting time and important instructions.
Bihar Floods: Tejashwi Yadav Urges PM Modi to Declare Disaster and Provide Immediate Aid
Tejashwi Yadav calls for Bihar floods to be declared a national disaster and requests 5,000 crore in aid from PM Modi. Bihar Floods: Tejashwi Yadav Urges PM Modi to Declare Disaster and Provide Immediate Aid
Two Bihar men held with foreign-made pistols, ammo near BSF HQ in Agartala
Elderly farmer strangled near farm field in Barh village
Couple shot dead on rooftop while asleep in Rohtas
Scorpio on roof: Bihar man finds unusual way to protect SUV from theft before going abroad
A Mahindra Scorpio owner in Bihar has reportedly used a crane to place his SUV on the rooftop of his house before travelling abroad. Videos circulating online show the vehicle being lifted onto the residential building, reportedly as a precaution while the owner is away. The exact location, owners identity, duration of the rooftop parking and details of the lifting operation remain unclear, and the reports could not be independently verified.
Bihar Government on High Alert as Flood Situation Worsens
Bihars government is actively responding to the flood crisis, with Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary visiting affected areas and providing relief. Bihar Government on High Alert as Flood Situation Worsens
Bihar floods affect 2.7 million people as rivers swell across 13 districts
Around 27 lakh people have been affected as rivers overflowing in Bihar inundated 13 districts, prompting Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary to direct officials on Monday to ensure prompt relief and rescue operations while inspecting community kitchens for flood victims in Vaishali and Bhagalpur. Officials said 190 community kitchens were being run in various flood-hit districts, while 1,429 boats have been pressed into service for relief and rescue operations. CM Samrat Choudhary and his deputy Vijay Kumar Choudhary inspected the community kitchens in Vaishali and Bhagalpur, and directed the local authorities to continuously monitor river embankments and keep a close watch on vulnerable areas. Authorities have already sounded an alert in downstream areas of the Ganga after the river touched its highest flood mark at Gandhi Ghat and Hathidah in Patna. Fed by heavy rainfall, rivers have swelled and inundated 13 districts of Bihar, affecting 27 lakh people, officials said. So far in ...
Bihar man lifts new SUV to 2nd-floor rooftop with crane to protect it from theft
Bihar man lifts new SUV to ndfloor rooftop with crane to protect it from theft
Flood Situation Remains Critical in Bihar as Water Levels Rise Above Danger Mark
Bihars flood situation persists as seven rivers exceed danger levels, while some areas see a decline in water levels. Flood Situation Remains Critical in Bihar as Water Levels Rise Above Danger Mark
Things They Do in Bihar: Rampant Theft Makes Car Owner Do This in Gopalganj
A man in Bihar has found a rather unusual way to keep his SUV safe while he is away from home - he put it on the roof. A video doing the rounds on social media shows a Mahindra Scorpio Classic
Blast from the past: How Manmohan Singh govt released 25 Pakistani terrorists as UPA regime
The then Atal Bihari Vajpayee government released Azhar, Mushtaq Ahmed Zargar and Omar Sheikh in exchange for 154 passengers held hostage in Kandahar. However, Latif and several other names on the terrorists demand list were not released at that time.
Flood Crisis in Bihar: Urgent Need for Air Drops, Says Shyam Rajak
Shyam Rajak emphasizes the dire flood situation in Bihar, calling for air drops to deliver food to isolated villages. Flood Crisis in Bihar: Urgent Need for Air Drops, Says Shyam Rajak
Bihar weather: Yellow Alert in 13 districts as floods affect 6.65 lakh people
Patna, Sep 7 (IANS) The monsoon remains active across Bihar, with the Meteorological Department issuing a Yellow Alert for rain in 13 districts on Monday. The alert covers West Champaran, East Champaran, Gopalganj, Siwan, Saran, Sitamarhi, Sheohar, Muzaffarpur, Madhubani, Darbhanga, Vaishali, Samastipur and Supaul. Heavy rainfall has been forecast in four districtsSupaul, Samastipur, Sitamarhi and Darbhanga. Strong winds reaching speeds of up to 30 kmph are also expected in some areas, along with the possibility of lightning. The Meteorological Centre has advised residents to remain cautious during adverse weather. Several parts of Bihar received significant rainfall over the past 24 hours. Munger recorded 73 mm, followed by Patna with 68 mm, Banka with 67 mm, Muzaffarpur with 65 mm, and Jamui and Siwan with 55 mm each. Despite the recent rainfall, Bihar has recorded a 35 per cent deficit in cumulative rainfall so far this season. Against the expected 820.9 mm, the state has received 531.3 mm. Patna received 68 mm of rainfall on Sunday. The capital is expected to remain cloudy on Monday, although the possibility of continuous heavy rainfall is low. Light drizzle may occur in some areas. Humidity and temperatures may rise once the rain subsides, while no significant change in temperature is expected over the coming week. While rainfall continues in parts of the state, rising river levels have compounded the situation. Heavy rainfall in Nepal and Uttarakhand has contributed to increased water levels in several rivers, with floodwaters now affecting 18 districts and approximately 6.65 lakh people. The Ganga is flowing above the danger mark from Buxar to Bhagalpur. The Punpun has risen 2.75 metres above the danger mark, with floodwaters reportedly overtopping or breaching protective embankments in the southern parts of Patna and entering residential areas. Flooding has also disrupted transportation at several locations, with water affecting the Patna-Gaya railway section, Bihta Sarmera NH 78, and the Mokama National Highway. The Son River has also caused flooding in riverside villages in the Bihta block, affecting around 20,000 people and submerging several roads. According to the Meteorological Department, rainfall across Bihar is expected to remain uneven over the next few days, with localised cloud activity and light rain likely in different areas.
Couple Shot Dead While Sleeping on Rooftop in Sasaram, Bihar
A couple was shot dead while sleeping on their rooftop in Sasaram, Bihar, sparking panic in the area. Police are investigating the incident. Couple Shot Dead While Sleeping on Rooftop in Sasaram, Bihar
Record-breaking Ganga floods hit Patna; 2.24 million people affected across Bihar's 12 districts
The weather pattern is changing rapidly across several parts of India, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasting rain, thunderstorms and strong winds in Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar and several other states on September 7....
Tripura Police, Assam Rifles Nab Two Bihar Youths With Pistols and Ammunition
Agartala, September 07, 2026: Acting on a tip-off, a joint team of NCC Police Station and the 35 Battalion of Assam Rifles launched an operation at Shalbagan, near the BSF Frontier, and apprehended two persons allegedly carrying illegal firearms. The security personnel recovered two pistols, three magazines and eight live cartridges from their possession during... The post Tripura Police, Assam Rifles Nab Two Bihar Youths With Pistols and Ammunition first appeared on Northeast Today .
Ganga swells in Patna; 22 lakh hit by floods in Bihar
Patna, Sep 6: More than 22 lakh people in 12 districts of Bihar have been affected by a deluge as rivers overflowed following heavy rain in the state and neighbouring Jharkhand, with authorities sounding an alert as the water level in the Ganga crossed the highest flood level in Patna on Sunday. In a notification, [] The post Ganga swells in Patna; 22 lakh hit by floods in Bihar first appeared on Highland Post .
Duleep Trophy final: Kishan's hundred leads East's run glut on day-1
Skipper Ishan Kishan struck a flowing unbeaten 111, leading East Zone to a commanding 385 for four against a sloppy South Zone on the opening day of the Duleep Trophy final here on Sunday. Kishan (14x4, 1x6) and Kumar Kushagra (63) were batting at stumps, and the fifth wicket pair has so far added 144 runs in just 26.4 overs. The other contributors were teen phenom Vaibhav Sooryavanshi (44, 37b), Abhimanyu Easwaran (72), and Shikhar Mohan (85). Kishan, who completed 4000 first-class runs, merged aggression and composure to a nicety in his 135-ball knock, and raised 94 runs for the fourth wicket with Mohan. It came at an important juncture too when East were in trouble, the only time in the first innings so far, at 147 for three. South could have had their rivals in a far deeper predicament but Kishan and Mohan averted the disaster on a pitch that remained true the whole day. Kishans was a complete innings, sending the ball to all parts of the field through powerful pulls and imperious drives through the covers. The left-hander reached his fifty in 71 balls and then the next 50 came off 51 balls, completing his 10th first-class hundred. Kishan reached the landmark with a driven four off Shreyas Gopal, who was playing in his 100th first-class match. At the other end, Mohan has a solid presence, showing a lot more maturity than his tender 21 years. The feature of his innings was the judgment he showed to leave the ball outside off-stump. There was not even one single play and miss in his innings. But his fifty was not all about defence as Mohan carted off-spinner Tripurana Vijay for a six and two fours in one over to showcase his range. Just as he was nearing a well-deserved hundred, Mohan chopped left-arm pacer CV Milind, who replaced an injured Vidwath Kaverappa, on to his stumps. In fact, it was the Easts first innings story in a nutshell, batters getting dismissed before the innings reached the full bloom. Easwaran, who is often dubbed as an obdurate batter, looked in complete control, and at times even outpaced Sooryavanshi. They milked 100 runs for the opening wicket in just 14.overs and East seldom let that momentum slip. Sooryavanshi would curse himself for playing a rather reckless pull off Milind for substitute Tanay Thayagarajan to offer a simple catch in the deep. It, perhaps, was the first time South bowlers tested the young left-hander with a short-pitched ball and it yielded instant results. The whole sequence will teach the Bihar youngster to show more patience in the middle, particularly when nearly 10,000 spectators thronged the MA Chidambaram Stadium to watch the latest wonder kid in cricket. Kushagra too played with determination as South withered under a barrage of runs. Nothing more revealed the plight of South than the sight of lead pacer Mohammad Siraj going through three colourless spells. The India quick's outing on the day read 5-0-41-0, 5-1-24-0 and 4-0-31-0 for an overall reading of 14-1-96-0. Siraj was clobbered around by Sooryavanshi (6, 4, 4), Easwaran (4, 4), Kushagra (6, 4) as the Hyderabad man struggled to make an impact. He can partly blame a flat pitch for his ineffectiveness, but there was no real attempt from his side to alter the course of the happenings.
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